Rajkot is a city in the western state of Gujarat, India. It is famous for the central Jubilee Garden and the Lang Library, with Gujarati literature, and Watson Museum, with paintings and artifacts documenting British colonial rule. MahatmaGandhi pursued his early education in Rajkot. Kaba Gandhi No Delo, the house where Mahatma Gandhi spent part of his childhood, displays photos of the Indian leader and his belongings.
The Rotary Dolls Museum exhibits dolls from around the world. The city is also famous for traditional sweets and dandiya/garba raas dances. Semi-arid climate, typical for Gujarat. Rajkot was founded in the year 1612 by the great Thakur Shaheb Vibhaji Ajoji Jadeja of the Jadeja clan. Vibhaji was the grandson of Jam Sataji of Nawanagar. Nawanagar was the earlier name for the present-day Jamnagar. Rajkot is the second cleanest city of India and is the 22nd-quickest developing city on the planet starting in July 2019.
Rajkot was the capital of Saurashtra state from 15 April 1948 to 31 October 1956 before merging in bilingual Bombay State on 1 November 1956. Rajkot was merged into Gujarat State from bilingual Bombay state on 1 May 1960. Rajkot has a semi-arid climate, with hot, dry summers from mid-March to mid-June and the wet monsoon season from mid-June to October with November to February as mild making it the best time for tourism., Rajkot is multicultural with people speaking many languages, like Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu, English, Sindhi, Bengali, Tamil, Malayalam and Marathi.
However, only Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu, and English are well understood. Rajkot is the part of Kathiyawad. Because of this, people of Rajkot are also known as Kathiyawadi. Rajkot is frequently referred to as Rangilu Rajkot, meaning “Colourful Rajkot”. Rajkot is also called as “Chitranagri” (City of Paintings). Rajkot is known for its many historical landmarks and places. These include the historic Mohandas Gandhi High School (Now Mahatma Gandhi Museum), Kaba Gandhi No Delo (Mohandas Gandhi’s childhood residence), Rashtriya Shala, Watson Museum, Rotary Dolls Museum, Lang Library, Rotary Midtown Library, and Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium. Also worth visiting are Ramakrishna Ashram, Darbargarh Haveli, Swaminarayan Gurukul, Masonic Hall, Race Course, Aji Dam, Swaminarayan Temple, Iskcon Temple, Vishwakarma Prabhuji Temple.
The Gaibanshah Peer Dargah is the center of conviction of people whether they are Muslims or Hindus. At Gaibanshah Peer Dargah there is a religious program called Urss every year. The Trimandir, a non-sectarian temple founded by Dada Bhagwan, is located at a short distance from the city. the city comes to life during the festival of Navratri with most people indulging in Garba. Products made in Rajkot include jewelry, silk embroidery, and watch parts.
In a major industrial town a lot many products are made here these include bearings, diesel engines, kitchen knives, and other cutting appliances, watch parts (cases and bracelets), automotive parts, forging industry, casting industry, machine tools, share market, and software development. Well connected by rail, road, and air the city is a major education hub. There are numerous places worth visiting for tourists including Ishwariya Temple, Khambhalida Buddhist Caves, Jagat Mandir, Prem Mandir, Bhichari Temple, and Sat-Hanuman. Also worth visiting is Khambalida, where Buddhism made a deep impact around the 4th century.
Rajkot is the gateway to a few good nature reserves including Hingolgarh Sanctuary, Rampart Sanctuary, and the Wild Ass Sanctuary.as a majodustril city there are several hotels, resorts, and lodges that provide luxurious mid-range and budget accommodation There are many restaurants that serve sumptuous traditional Gujarati meal Trusting Rajkot can shop for a variety of popular product including Bandhani dress materials, Bangles. Clay and wax (lac) souvenirs. Embroidery material and mirror work bags. The best place for shopping in Rajkot are Gujari Bazar, Gundawadi, Crystal Mall, Dr. Yagnik Road, Bangdi Bazaar, Ravivari Bazar Dharmendra Road,, Dhebar Road, and Iscon Prozone Mall. A few picnic spots in and around Rajkot are Aji dam, Lal pari lake, and Nyari dam. All in all Rajkot is a good place to visit for tourists
